mike884 Posted February 12, 2017 Report Share Posted February 12, 2017 Sorry to resurrect an old thread. But has anyone had any experience with buying a bike titled in North Carolina? The seller insists that both parties need to physically be present. I think I've only every purchased from non-notary states before and there is the whole thing about just certifying the sellers signature. Anyone have any insight? Thanks -Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowdog Posted February 13, 2017 Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 On 2/11/2017 at 10:29 PM, mike884 said: Sorry to resurrect an old thread. But has anyone had any experience with buying a bike titled in North Carolina? The seller insists that both parties need to physically be present. I think I've only every purchased from non-notary states before and there is the whole thing about just certifying the sellers signature. Anyone have any insight? Thanks -Mike I purchased a Yamaha R6 a couple of years ago from NC. I had to take the bike to the BMV when getting the Ohio title. Basically they walked around it, looked at the vin on the triple tree and said "yup this is the bike" and walked back inside and filed for the new title. Title was signed by seller and motorized before i showed up to purchase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike884 Posted February 14, 2017 Report Share Posted February 14, 2017 So it was notarized in NC for the seller only correct? The problem I have is a seller finding a notary to do the "seller only" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonik Posted February 14, 2017 Report Share Posted February 14, 2017 So some quick googling, which I am sure you have done, is real clear. The sellers sig has to be notarized. The buyer doea not. The seller is a dumbass, or is f'ing with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike884 Posted February 14, 2017 Report Share Posted February 14, 2017 (edited) i actually called two NC notaries myself... both denied doing anything unless both a buyer and seller was present did lots of googling, found nothing that prohibits it, and I know it isn't prohibited.... but apparently no willing stampers. stupid.. i know Edited February 14, 2017 by mike884 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowdog Posted February 14, 2017 Report Share Posted February 14, 2017 11 hours ago, mike884 said: So it was notarized in NC for the seller only correct? The problem I have is a seller finding a notary to do the "seller only" Yes. Where in NC is it? If close to Charlotte i can probably help you out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike884 Posted February 14, 2017 Report Share Posted February 14, 2017 unfortunately its in the raleigh area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike884 Posted December 16, 2017 Report Share Posted December 16, 2017 one more resurrection to this thread. i'm looking at a bike from New York State. Seller has title with a lien from Yamaha, however he just recently got a notarized lien release from yamaha financial. Will Ohio accept the title and release letter? Or should I have him apply for a clear title, which I guess might take some time in new york state. Anyone have any input? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vf1000ride Posted December 17, 2017 Report Share Posted December 17, 2017 I would say to cover yourself and have him get a clear title. Makes life easier to then transfer to your name and unless you really trust the person it also eliminates the chances of bad lien paperwork. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
durk Posted December 17, 2017 Report Share Posted December 17, 2017 ^^^ I second this. I had a buddy buy a vehicle from NY and got screwed. Do your homework. My buddy said he thought he was good, but in the end he was missing something and never could get the vehicle titled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motocat12 Posted December 17, 2017 Report Share Posted December 17, 2017 Don't give him any info until he tells us what bike it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike884 Posted December 17, 2017 Report Share Posted December 17, 2017 (edited) It's an XSR. The only concern is NY has a 30-90 day turnaround on lien releases as they print them in Albany and mail them to owners. Unlike here where you can get it on the spot Edited December 17, 2017 by mike884 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike884 Posted December 17, 2017 Report Share Posted December 17, 2017 I do completely understand protecting myself though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike884 Posted December 30, 2017 Report Share Posted December 30, 2017 Just a follow-up to this topic. I was able to transfer the New York state title with no issue using the original Yamaha finance payoff letter. All you need is the out-of-state inspection and you are done! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Butters Posted December 30, 2017 Report Share Posted December 30, 2017 Nice bike! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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